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Cebu Travel Requirements for Non-Essential Travelers

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September 21, 2021

Cebu Travel Requirements for Non-Essential Travelers

With the surge of COVID-19 cases recently, Cebu Province and its cities underwent a tightening of restrictions. As the LGUs regained a bit more control over the numbers, the restrictions have started to ease up again.

This means that tourism and leisure activities can resume, as long as health and safety protocols are adhered to. Of course, travel to Cebu has also been reopened. At the time of writing, here’s information on the requirements for non-essential travel:

Cebu Province

Photo from Cebu Provincial Government Twitter Account

All persons, APOR or non-APOR, entering Cebu Province shall be required to present the following:

Valid government issued ID,
Medical Certificate issued by a registered physician, valid for seven (7) days,
For tourists, confirmed hotel booking from any resort/hotel in Cebu Province,
For returning residents, valid ID stating address of residence in Cebu Province; and
Either:
- Negative RT-PCR test taken within the last 72 hours; or
- Negative Antigen Test taken within the last 48 hours.

Cebu City

Cebu City requires the following:

Valid government issued ID,
Either:
- Negative RT-PCR test taken 72 hours from scheduled arrival; or
- Negative Antigen Test taken 48 hours from scheduled arrival.
A Safe, Swift, and Smart Passages (S-Pass) Registration and Travel Coordination Permit (TCP) or Travel Thru Permit (TTP) QR Code; and
Letter of Acceptance from the destination LGU.

Additional requirement for recovered COVID-19 positive travelers within 3 months from positive swab test results:

Certificate of Recovery from local or an accredited isolation facility duly noted by the Local City Health Officer in Charge.

Note: RT-PCR Saliva Test is not accepted.

Lapu-Lapu City

Lapu-Lapu City in the island of Mactan requires:

Valid government issued ID; and
That the individual does not have symptoms, and passes the symptoms screening tests in ports of entry and exit in Lapu-Lapu City.

Note: Individual must adhere to safety and health protocols at all times.

Mandaue City

Mandaue City requires the following:

Valid government issued ID,
Travel itinerary or ticket,
S-PASS,
For tourists: Barangay Certificate of Non-Residency issued by the Barangay here in Mandaue City; and
Negative Rapid / Swab Result.

Remember to keep safe and adhere to health and safety protocols while traveling.

Other Information

All tests must be taken at the following accredited hospitals/clinics: https://doh.gov.ph/licensed-covid-19-testing-laboratories
Check the table of requirements for travelling through the S-PASS developed by DOST: https://s-pass.ph/visitors/are_you_travelling
Requirements are subject to change, just like the travel restrictions per LGU. For most updated lists, contact your destination LGUs.

Contact information:
- Cebu Province:
  - (032) 888-2328; (032) 233-4194
  - [email protected] ; [email protected]
- Cebu City:
  - (032) 411-0100
  - [email protected]
- Lapu-Lapu City:
  - 340-2124; 0916-441-6690
  - [email protected]
- Mandaue City:
  - 230-4500
  - [email protected]

Cebu logs 163 new cases on September 20

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September 20, 2021

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On Monday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of September 20, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 163 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 570 new recoveries, and 44 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 99,628, while the active cases increased to 7,768 (from 8,211).

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 39,968 (+62 new)
– Total recoveries: 36,068 (+223 new)
– Total deaths: 1,330 (+8 new)
– Active cases: 2,570

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 13,089 (+22 new)
– Total recoveries: 11,573 (+54 new)
– Total deaths: 356 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 1,160

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 11,714 (+23 new)
– Total recoveries: 10,487 (+110 new)
– Total deaths: 358 (+5 new)
– Active cases: 869

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 34,857 (+56 new)
– Total recoveries: 29,616 (+183 new)
– Total deaths: 2,072 (+31 new)
– Active cases: 3,169

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

Total Active Cases in Cebu: 7,768 (from 8,211)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 99,628 (+163 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 87,744 (+570 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 4,116 (+44 new*)

A total of 1,617 laboratory results were released for today.

NOTES from DOH-7:

*As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.

DOH-7 Full Report (Central Visayas):

Anti-Vaxxers in the U.S. face charges after selling fake Vaccination Cards

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Sarah Ladeza

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September 20, 2021

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Anti-Vaxxers in the U.S. face charges after selling fake Vaccination Cards

If you have come across the infamous Instagram user handle @AntiVaxMomma, I could only hope you have not followed her.

While this handle is mainly about an anti-vaccination conspiracy theorist, wait until you read about how she is making good money because of it.

Jasmine Clifford, a 31-year-old woman from New Jersey has been milking money from people by selling fake COVID-19 vaccination cards on Instagram. She was charged in Manhattan court on Tuesday for allegedly selling these documents to unvaccinated individuals.

Some cities in the United States will be requiring everyone to be vaccinated to be granted entry to restaurants, movie theaters, and other businesses. This, is while most employers would also be requiring their employees to be vaccinated as well. Hence, people resort to just buying fake vaccination cards.

There were fifteen people who were involved in the scheme who were charged, including those who purchased the fake vaccination cards themselves.

Fake vaccination cards were sold at $200 on her Instagram page. Around 250 cards were sold through the platform and were paid using CashApp or Zelle.

Cebu logs 241 new cases on September 19

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Ram Mancelita

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September 19, 2021

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On Sunday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of September 19, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 241 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 250 new recoveries, and 54 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 99,465, while the active cases increased to 8,211 (from 8,271).

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 39,960 (+84 new)
– Total recoveries: 35,892 (+0 new)
– Total deaths: 1,324 (+53 new)
– Active cases: 2,744

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 13,068 (+22 new)
– Total recoveries: 11,527 (+56 new)
– Total deaths: 357 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 1,184

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 11,695 (+32 new)
– Total recoveries: 10,383 (+0 new)
– Total deaths: 351 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 961

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 34,742 (+103 new)
– Total recoveries: 29,378 (+194 new)
– Total deaths: 2,042 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 3,322

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

Total Active Cases in Cebu: 8,211 (from 8,271)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 99,465 (+241 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 87,180 (+250 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 4,074 (+54 new*)

A total of 3,005 laboratory results were released for today.

NOTES from DOH-7:

*As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.

DOH-7 Full Report (Central Visayas):

3 Significant Hand Greetings in Southeast Asia

Sarah Ladeza

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September 19, 2021

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3 Significant Hand Greetings in Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia is full of beliefs and unique culture that others will never understand. From the way we greet people, the way we eat, and even the way we talk, we have our own traits.

With that being said, we have our own way of greeting people, especially our way of incorporating hand gestures.

Once you are in our region, here are the 3 most common types of hand greeting you will come across with:

1. The casual, Western handshake.

Just like everyone else, we also shake our hands. Sometimes we do firm grips and sometimes, we are just delicate. But more than anything else, this is mostly used in business.

Photo from unsplash.com website by Sebastian Herrmann

2. The hand-over-heart greeting.

If you have been in a predominantly Muslim country in the Southeast Asian region, you probably have seen this gesture. However, please do not think that this greeting is exclusive to their faith. This is just a sentimental gesture which means that you are accepting the person you just met.

Beyond Southeast Asia, World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus also uses the hand-over-heart greeting, owing to its apparent superiority over COVID-era elbow bumps.

3. Pressed palms and a bow.

This is when you put your right hand over your heart while lowering your head. This is our way of greeting people to respect, not only the elderly, but also everyone else.

Regardless of one’s way of greeting, we all know that Southeast Asians are warm and very welcoming. There is no need to judge our way of greeting. It just differ per country.

Behold, the Eternals! MCU’s Newest Band of Heroes and What We Know About Them So Far

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September 19, 2021

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Behold, the Eternals! MCU’s Newest Band of Heroes and What We Know About Them So Far

It’s been almost two years since Avengers: Endgame has treated fans as the ultimate MCU film, but things are just starting to pick up as with it starts the Phase Four. One of the most anticipated Phase Four entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is the Eternals, a group of Earth’s mightiest protectors.

The upcoming superhero film will be the 26^th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which was kickstarted in 2008 with the box-office hit, Iron Man starring Robert Downey Jr.

Eternals is directed by Chloe Zhao, who recently became the second female director to win the Best Director award during the 92^nd Academy Award with her movie, Nomadland, which also won the Best Picture that year.

The movie will follow the events in Avengers: Endgame, where half of the population, that was previously wiped out, returns and as a result, the “emergence” commences. With this, the “Eternals”, an immortal alien race created by the Celestials, who have been around the planet for over 7,000 years, come together to protect humanity from their evil counterparts known as the “Deviants”.

Here is the complete list of members of the Eternals that will be featured in the upcoming MCU film:

1. Ajak

Known as the wise and spiritual leader of the Eternals, Ajak has the ability to heal and also serves as the bridge between the Eternals and the Celestials. In the comics, Ajak is a man but this was changed for the MCU adaptation to provide a “mother figure” among the group. She will be played by Salma Hayek, who famously played the biopic, Frida.

2. Thena

An elite warrior among the Eternals, Thena is one of the strongest as she can create any weapons thru cosmic energy such as swords and spears. She is closest to Gilgamesh among other Eternals. Thena will be played by Academy Award-winning actress, Angelina Jolie.

3. Sersi

The most empathetic among all Eternals, Sersi is strongly drawn to the human race and her powers include manipulation of inanimate matter, psionic abilities, and illusion projection. Sersi will be played by English actress, Gemma Chan, who previously portrayed another MCU character in Captain Marvel as Minn-Erva.

4. Ikaris

One of the most powerful of the Eternals, Ikaris powers include flight and projection of cosmic energy through his eyes. He is also the love interest of Sersi, and their relationship will be tested because as opposed to Sersi, Ikaris is more “disconnected”, considering that the Eternals have lived for a very long time. He will be played by the Scottish actor, Richard Madden, who was famous for playing Robb Stark in the fantasy drama series, Game of Thrones.

5. Kingo

An Eternal who can project cosmic energy from his hands, Kingo, is the most enamored with fame among the group as he also is a Bollywood film star in the film. Aside from his cosmic powers, he is also a skilled swordsman. Kingo will be played Pakistani-American comedian, Kumail Nanjiani, who was famous for the sitcom HBO, Silicon Valley.

6. Sprite

An Eternal that can project lifelike illusions and cosmic energy projection, Sprite is the ‘young one’ among the group as she possesses a physical appearance of a 12-year-old. She will be played by American child actress, Lia McHugh.

Photo from marvelcinematicuniverse.fandom.com website

7. Phastos

The intelligent one among the Eternals, Phastos has expert knowledge when it comes to weapons and technology. He is also the first MCU superhero to be depicted as openly gay. He will be played by American actor Brian Tyree Henry, who is popularly known in the hit comedy, Atlanta.

8. Druig

The aloof one among the Eternals, his powers include mind manipulation, telepathy and energy manipulation and projection. He will be played by Barry Keoghan, an Irish actor who popularly appeared in the war film, Dunkirk.

9. Gilgamesh

The strongest among the Eternals, Gilgamesh is also the most experienced in hand-to-hand combat. He also has a deep connection with his fellow Eternal, Thena. He will be played by popular Korean actor, Don Lee. Don Lee also added that he really pursued the role to serve as an inspiration among younger Korean audiences by being the first Korean superhero in a Hollywood movie.

Aside from the Eternals, other notable characters will be appearing in the film such as Dane Whitman, played by Kit Harrington (Jon Snow from Game of Thrones) as a human in a relationship with the Eternal Sersi. The Eternals is slated to be released theatrically on November 5, 2021, exclusively first in the US.

Cebu logs 244 new cases on September 18

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Ram Mancelita

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September 19, 2021

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On Saturaday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of September 18, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 244 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 300 new recoveries, and 24 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 99,225, while the active cases increased to 8,271 (from 8,347).

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 39,877 (71 new)
– Total recoveries: 35,895 (+273 new)
– Total deaths: 1,271 (+10 new)
– Active cases: 2,711

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 13,046 (+31 new)
– Total recoveries: 11,472 (+13 new)
– Total deaths: 357 (+10 new)
– Active cases: 1,217

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 11,663 (+25 new)
– Total recoveries: 10,383 (+10 new)
– Total deaths: 350 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 930

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 34,639 (+117 new)
– Total recoveries: 29,184 (+4 new)
– Total deaths: 2,042 (+4 new)
– Active cases: 3,413

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

Total Active Cases in Cebu: 8,271 (from 8,347)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 99,225 (+244 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 86,934 (+300 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 4,020 (+24 new*)

A total of 4,388 laboratory results were released for today.

NOTES from DOH-7:

*As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.

DOH-7 Full Report (Central Visayas):

5 Affordable Places to Stay in Cebu thru Airbnb

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September 18, 2021

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5 Affordable Places to Stay in Cebu thru Airbnb

It goes without saying that Cebu is indeed one of the top tourist spots in the country. If you’re planning to visit the Queen City of the South, finding a place where to stay could be a hassle. Luckily, AirBnb has got you covered with your booking needs once you’re down in Cebu.

For those who are not yet familiar, Airbnb is an online market that allows hotel, lodge, loft or estate owners to arrange the renting of their place. Customers can use their website or their app to book rooms.

Here are some of the top places that you can stay and book using Airbnb.

1. Casa Hermoso

This studio home boasts an interior that has a classic touch and has space for up to 4 persons. The location is also perfect as it is located within the heart of Cebu but it is never short when it comes to providing a serene and relaxing experience for guests.

Location: Mivesa Condominium, Salinas Dr Ext, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu, Philippines

Contact: Contact information is provided once booking is confirmed.

Offers:

Cignal Cable TV, Cooking Essentials, Extra Bed & Pillows for Guests
Wifi (5mbps), 24/7 CCTV in common areas
2 Swimming Pool – for adult & kids( P100.00 per person )
Fitness Gym, Meditation Garden, Multi-level Clubhouse

Rate:

Average rate per night: P3,000

Book now! Click this link first: https://www.airbnb.com/c/ramm357 and sign up. After signing up, head on to this link.

2. Bright One Bedroom

Strategically located within IT Park, one of Cebu City’s top spots, this is perfect for those who wish to explore the city life in Cebu and at the same time, relax and unwind.

Location: Cebu IT Park, Avida Tower1, Apas, Lahug, Cebu City

Contact: Contact information is provided once booking is confirmed.

Offers:

Wifi, TV, Air conditioning
Elevator, Gym, Pool
Kitchen w/ Refrigerator
Allow stay for 28 days or more

Rate:

Average rate per night is around Php 3,500.

Book now! Click this link first: https://www.airbnb.com/c/ramm357 and sign up. After signing up, head on to this link.

3. Linéa Amará

For those who are up for a very luxurious stay here in Cebu, this is the perfect place to book.

Location: Ayala Towers, Cebu City, Cebu

Contact: Contact information is provided once booking is confirmed.

Offers:

Fully Air-Conditioned rooms & living area
WiFi: 5 mbps speed, Cable TV
Comfort room with shower essentials, toiletries, towels
Breakfast Counter top, Fully equipped kitchen
Infinity pool (Located at the roof deck)

Rate:

Average rate per night is around Php 3,500.

Book now! Click this link first: https://www.airbnb.com/c/ramm357 and sign up. After signing up, head on to this link.

4. Bay View Condominium at San Marino Residences

Great for family and friends that wish to spend the night in luxury and comfort. This is definitely one of the top places that Airbnb can offer.

Location: J. De Veyra St, Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines

Contact: Contact information is provided once booking is confirmed.

Offers:

Wifi, Iron, CableTV, Central friendly workspace, airconditioned
Towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper
Elevator
Allow stay for 28 days or more

Rate:

Average rate per night is around Php 3,000.

Book now! Click this link first: https://www.airbnb.com/c/ramm357 and sign up. After signing up, head on to this link.

5. Bloq Residences

This residence is famous for its minimalist yet sleek interior designs. It is also located in strategic locations such as the one in Sikatuna Street.

Location: Sikatuna St, Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines

Contact: Contact information is provided once booking is confirmed.

Photo from Bloq Residences Sikatuna, Cebu City Facebook Page

Offers:

Wifi, Laptop friendly workspace, TV, Air conditioning
Elevator, Kitchen, Laptop friendly workspace
Essentials: Towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper
Bed and bath, Hair dryer, Hangers
First aid kit

Rate:

Average rate per night is around Php 3,500.

Book now! Click this link first: https://www.airbnb.com/c/ramm357 and sign up. After signing up, head on to this link.

Terrace Studio: IG-Worthy Studio-Café in Mactan

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September 18, 2021

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Terrace Studio: IG-Worthy Studio-Café in Mactan

Check out the newest photogenic hotspot in Cebu!

This surging attraction is a hybrid photography studio and café located in Soong, Lapu-Lapu City. Terrace Studio Café combines dining with the studio experience of posing and taking photos in front of various backgrounds!

The creativity of Terrace Studio has caught the interest of many netizens, proven by the flood of pictures showing up on Facebook. The café has a wide spread of colorful backgrounds that go great for any kind of photo.

Photo from Terrace Studio Cafe Facebook Page

From staged shots with props to simply cute pictures, barkada shots to profile picture updates, you can find your background here!

Capture picture-perfect moments and create vivid memories with the lights provided by the café. Now you don’t have to worry about the lighting or waiting for the best time of day to take your glam photos!

You can also ask the ready staff to assist you with your picture-taking.

If you’re one to update your feed and profile picture regularly, the café also continually updates their bundle of backgrounds. Just recently this August, they added new backgrounds and colors. They also plan to keep adding more content in the future.

Of course, this establishment wouldn’t be a café without delicious food, and they have just that! After you take your shots, let loose and enjoy the cozy ambience and the spacious setting of the dining area.

Chill with their signature frappes or grab some donuts and mini cakes for snacks while you find your best photos for the day. You can also get back to taking more pics right after grabbing refreshments.

Wi-Fi is also available for free in the café, so you can upload your pictures just minutes after your shot!

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Other Information:

Open hours: 11AM to 9PM daily
To avail of the studio, guests must place 1 order per person.
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/theterracecebu/
Email: [email protected]
Contact number: 0966 910 3988

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Inside Bliss Day Spa and Hotel, Soong, Lapu-Lapu City – 30 minutes from the center of Cebu City.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Bliss Hotel and Spa” in Lapu-Lapu City. Parking is available.

Cebu logs 284 new cases on September 17

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Ram Mancelita

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September 17, 2021

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On Friday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of September 17, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 284 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 544 new recoveries, and 60 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 98,985, while the active cases increased to 8,347 (from 8,660).

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 39,806 (85 new)
– Total recoveries: 35,622 (+106 new)
– Total deaths: 1,261 (+7 new)
– Active cases: 2,923

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 13,015 (+33 new)
– Total recoveries: 11,466 (+75 new)
– Total deaths: 347 (+15 new)
– Active cases: 1,202

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 11,638 (+23 new)
– Total recoveries: 10,373 (+158 new)
– Total deaths: 350 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 1951

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 34,526 (+143 new)
– Total recoveries: 29,181 (+205 new)
– Total deaths: 2,038 (+37 new)
– Active cases: 3,307

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

Total Active Cases in Cebu: 8,347 (from 8,660)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 98,985 (+284 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 86,642 (+544 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 3,996 (+60 new*)

A total of 4,616 laboratory results were released for today.

NOTES from DOH-7:

*As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.

Cebu Province

Cebu City

Lapu-Lapu City

Mandaue City

Other Information

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

DOH-7 Full Report (Central Visayas):

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

DOH-7 Full Report (Central Visayas):

Once you are in our region, here are the 3 most common types of hand greeting you will come across with:

1. The casual, Western handshake.

2. The hand-over-heart greeting.

3. Pressed palms and a bow.

Here is the complete list of members of the Eternals that will be featured in the upcoming MCU film:

1. Ajak

3. Sersi

4. Ikaris

5. Kingo

6. Sprite

7. Phastos

8. Druig

9. Gilgamesh

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

DOH-7 Full Report (Central Visayas):

1. Casa Hermoso

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2. Bright One Bedroom

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3. Linéa Amará

4. Bay View Condominium at San Marino Residences

Offers:

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5. Bloq Residences

Offers:

Rate:

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Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

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